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The NAVFAC Podcast, where we explore the dynamic world of engineering and the exciting opportunities within the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command. Join us as we delve into the innovative projects and the inspiring careers that define NAVFAC. But NAVFAC is more than just a job; it's a community of dedicated professionals committed to excellence and service. Join us as we sit down with experts in the field, sharing their insights, experiences, and the passion that drives them forward. Together, let's build a better future, one structure.

NAVFAC ENGINEERING: Constructive Career Conversations


    • Jan 21, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Latest episodes from NAVFAC ENGINEERING: Constructive Career Conversations

    Ryan and Emily - NAVFAC Northwest Contracting

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 24:35


    This week, I had the incredible opportunity to learn more about the Contract Department at NAVFAC Northwest. From their commitment to supporting vital missions to fostering professional development. Ryan and Emily tell us their journey to finding NAVFAC and what life is like in the Pacific Northwest. Listen now!

    Michael Austria and Dominic Cruz - NAVFAC Northwest, Bremerton

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2024 18:57


    Listen to Michael Austria - Utilities Systems Repairer Operator Supervisor, and Dominic Cruz - Work Lead at the Utilities Systems Repairer, Bremerton as they give us insights on how they came to work for NAVFAC NW. Their experiences might intrigue you and maybe allow you to open up your mind to consider NAVFAC as a great place to work! Listen today!

    Craig Veech - NAVFAC Northwest

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 22:26


    How exciting to feature our NAVFAC Northwest team from Washington State! Today I'm speaking with Craig Veech, Electronics Industrial Controls Mechanic Supervisor. Listen as he describes his unique position, what it takes to be part of his team and all the fun things you can do in the Pacific Northwest. Listen now!

    Sara Gosch - EXWC Shore Technical Department

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 19:29


    NAVFAC EXWC (Naval Facilities Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center) is a specialized command within NAVFAC. It focuses on providing engineering and technical expertise in support of the U.S. Navy's facilities and expeditionary missions worldwide.  Listen to Sara, PW1 Division Director, as she explains her day to day operations within EXWC and her expertise in keeping the mission stable for our team!

    Wilson Beatingo - NAVFAC Marianas Architect

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 14:31


    Ever wonder what architects do for NAVFAC? Well, listen to Wilson as he tell us his journey and what life is like in Guam. He is an interesting individual with many experiences that led him to his leadership position with our great team! Listen today!

    NAVFAC Hawaii - Andre Lee BD

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 23:51


    Dive in and explore the world of naval engineering and construction with NAVFAC! Today I spoke with Andre, Business Director for NAVFAC Hawaii. Listen as he lets us know the many opportunities our team in Hawaii has to offer. Plus all the many great things to help development leadership skills within our organization. Listen now!

    Eugene Mesa - NAVFAC Marianas - Chief Engineer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 14:02


    Meet Eugene Mesa, Chief Engineer from NAVFAC Marianas. Find out his journey on coming into his role and why he calls Guam his home.

    Maria Garcia - NAVFAC Marianas - Construction Director

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 18:38


    I spoke to Maria Garcia, Construction Director for NAVFAC Marianas. Find out about the different projects she has worked as well as what keeps her working for such an amazing team.

    Eylee Garcia - NAVFAC HQ

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 20:51


    Listen to Eylee, Director of Staffing and Employment at HQ. Explore the generous opportunity NAVFAC has to offer as she talks about her experience overseas in Europe! We learned a lot and we feel you might too. Don't miss out on what could possibly be your next career adventure with NAVFAC!

    Alren & Freddie - NAVFAC Marianas

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 27:16


    Listen to Alren Torillo and Freddie Rivera vital players within the NAVFAC Marianas team explain on important their position is in adhering to the community regulations within NAVFAC. Find out about how their life in Guam has given them a chance to give back to the community. NAVFAC Marianas is glad to have such a dedicated team on the island of Guam!

    Megan Parker - NAVFAC Marianas - Environmental

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 17:33


    On the newly rebranded NAVFAC Podcast - NAVFAC Engineering: Constructive Career Conversations - we continue the conversation with NAVFAC Marianas in Guam! We speak with Megan Parker, Natural Resource specialist, and what a treat it was to hear her experiences with the EV team. What a great time to be part of such a dedicated team and to hear about the NAVFAC MAR team hosting a Job Fair on April 26, 2024. Listen today!

    Diane Beasley - Waterfront Structures Engineer Director

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 24:56


    Meet our EXWC team! We had the pleasure of speaking to Diane at the BEYA Conference in Baltimore, MD. Listen to her amazing experience throughout the years with NAVFAC EXWC. She has been a valuable employee and keeps coming back with her expertise in the world of engineering! You won't want to miss listening to her pathway on working for our wonderful team. Listen now!

    Kaylee Cornelius - EXWC Bridge Inspection Engineer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 18:57


    Meet Kaylee, graduate of Harvard Electrical Engineer program and EXWC Engineer! Listen as she gives valuable insights on her path to working for NAVFAC EXWC (Engineering & Expeditionary Warfare Center) especially through the SMART program (Science, Mathematics, and Research for Transformation). All recent university graduates won't want to miss out on how you can be a valuable employee to NAVFAC! Contact Kaylee via LinkedIn for more information about entering the SMART program or if you have any questions about learning more opportunities to work for a great team! https://www.linkedin.com/in/kayleecornelius/

    Mary Muranaka - HRD NAVFAC PAC

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 23:08


    It's a brand new year, so happy new year to everyone! Let's kick off the new year with a new episode, featuring the NAVFAC PAC Human Resources Director, Mary Muranaka. Find out more about her tenure at NAVFAC and the great opportunities to come work for talented team. Tune in for a dose of career inspiration!

    NAVFAC Southeast - Terry Williams HRD

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2023 27:51


    Meet Terry Williams, the Human Resources Director at NAVFAC Southeast. Find out a little more on how he leads his team to find the best of the best for his command. We will also find out a little more on how he became the HRD at Southeast and all the exciting opportunities NAVFAC has to offer. Listen today! #navfac #thesweep #podcast 

    NAVFAC SW Professional Coaching Highlight - LCDR Joe Blauwiekel & Katie Ramos

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 26:56


    Have you ever heard of professional coaching at NAVFAC SW? Well you are in for a real treat. Join me in listening to Joe and Katie as they talk about a new NAVFAC SW highlight program that we have to offer to our employees. Find out how to get into the program and a little more about what our employees do at SW. This is just some of the many developmental programs we have to offer here at SW. For more information, please contact Katie and/or Joe. Listen today! #navfacsw #podcast 

    NAVFAC HQ - George Mendoza & Aubrey Munshi

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2023 35:16


    In today's episode, we got to speak to two hardworking individuals who work at NAVFAC HQ, George Mendoza and Aubrey Munshi. These NAVFAC leaders spearhead all the different facilities around the globe. Find out more about their day to day and how they make NAVFAC one of the best places to work. Listen today! #navfac #podcast 

    Rebecca Rowe - HRD NAVFAC LANT

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2023 18:02


    We had the pleasure of speaking with Rebecca Rowe, Human Resources Director, for NAVFAC LANT. It was a real treat to find out more on what is happening on the other side of the country. She informs of all the wonderful opportunities LANT has to offer. So if ever you are heading towards the East Coast, take a listen to this amazing individual. Listen today! #NAVFAC #engineer #skilledtrades #career 

    NAVFAC HAWAII

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2023 30:40


    Another beautiful day in Hawaii! Take a listen at these hardworking individuals from NAVFAC Hawaii, Sarah Moody - Deputy of Strategic Operations and Dayna Fujimoto - Environmental Business Line Leader, as they give us some insight into their command and their needs as well as what's it like to work in Hawaii! Listen today!

    Alyssa Pickadura - Construction Manager Hawaii

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2023 23:19


    It was a true delight to speak with an Engineer working on big projects for NAVFAC. Listen to her story and what she has done to make NAVFAC a great place to work! Listen today!

    Kendra Finklea - HRD NAVFAC MARIANAS

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2023 24:07


    Ever wondered what it's like to work overseas for NAVFAC? Ms. Kendra Finklea, Human Resources Director, gives us a little more insight on the perks of working overseas specifically at NAVFAC MARIANAS. Learn a thing or two about life in Guam and how she is thriving at NAVFAC! You don't want to miss this. Listen today!

    CAPT LAURIE SCOTT - New Commanding Officer

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2022 14:07


    Find out about CAPT Laurie Scott, SW new Commanding Officer, as he explains working along side civilians and military. Coupled with his background and knowledge, he continues to lead SW as one of the best places to work. Listen today!

    OLD TOWN CAMPUS REVITALIZATION - Sweep Highlights

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2022 12:16


    In this episode of NAVFAC SW “THE SWEEP” podcast, I spoke to Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) and NAVFAC SW Real Estate Business Line about their intention to release a competitive solicitation on SAM.gov for a large, private development opportunity in support of NAVWAR's mission on approximately 70.3 acres of underutilized real property at Naval Base Point Loma's (NBPL), Old Town Campus (OTC) in San Diego, CA. I was joined by Greg Geisen, NAVWAR's Project Manager for the OTC Revitalization Project as well as Tanya Spenst and Erin Grandgirard from NAVFAC SW Real Estate Business Line to discuss this exciting and important project for the Navy. The Navy will work with the potential master developer to prepare more site-specific details for revitalization of OTC before a final alternative is selected and thoroughly analyzed using the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process. For more details on the OTC Revitalization Project, visit the project website at www.navwar-revitalization.com and sign-up to be included on the mailing list and to receive text updates.

    Ridgecrest Part 2 - Pat Warden - Deputy Public Works Officer

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2022 22:17


    In this final part of our Ridgecrest series, I spoke with Pat Warden, DPWO for NAWS China Lake. He has been in the area for 39 years and has a lot of good things to say about the area. Take a listen to this amazing individual and what keeps him working with the wonderful people at NAVFAC SW!

    Ridgecrest Part 1 - John Kersey, CPLO

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 20:51


    Ever wondered what Ridgecrest/Chine Lake, CA has to offer? Located about 4 hours North East of San Diego, home to one of the largest Naval bases for NAVFAC SW. In this 2 part mini series, we spoke to John Kersey, Community Planner Liaison Officer. Find out a little more about Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake is all about. Listen now! Available on all major podcast platforms #NAVFACSW

    Naval Base Ventura County - Part 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2022 35:47


    In our final mini series for NBVC, we spoke with Glenn Brunelle - Supervisory Production Manager, Nora Reyes - UEM, and Ernie Gutierrez - Transportation Operations Supervisor. These fine individuals help support our bases in Ventura county and they give us some insight on what it is like to work at NAVFAC in Ventura county. Thank you to all who helped in making these episodes and it was a pleasure speaking with everyone at NBVC! Listen today!

    Naval Base Ventura County - Part 2 - Martin Ruane

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2022 30:10


    What a treat it was to speak with marine ecologist at NBVC, Martin Ruane. Who knew that NAVFAC SW have these type of positions in the Environmental Department. We learn how he got this position and why he stayed at NAVFAC SW. We also hear about the interesting ecologist projects he worked while working at NBVC. You don‘t want to miss this delightful episode!

    Naval Base Ventura County Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2022 34:58


    In what will be a 3 part mini series, we speak with various people from Naval Base Ventura County. This first part includes Denis Acosta, Maintenance Supervisor, Dimitri Onishchuk, Construction Manager, and David Rich, Site Safety Manager. All of these individuals help support the warfighter with their various backgrounds and they share with us how NAVFAC SW is a great place to work. Listen now!

    NSA Monterey Part 2 - Michael Fitzgerald with May & Jose

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2022 33:15


    In our part 2 of the Monterey series, I spoke with Mike Fitzgerald, Facilities Director and the Public Works department workers, May and Jose. Hearing their journey at NAVFAC SW was a real delight. The leadership opportunity that NAVFAC can provide is amazing. You don't want to miss this episode!

    NSA Monterey Part 1 - LT Ben Rowe and Vicki Taber

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 32:51


    In what will be a two part series at NSA Monterey, we first spoke to LT Ben Rowe and Vicki Taber, Installation Environmental Director. It was amazing to learn what they do to help support the warfighter. Listen to the next couple episodes to find out more about Monterey!

    NAVFAC Pacific

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2022 47:20


    I had the pleasure of speaking with NAVFAC Pacific's Business Director Roy Agustin and Design and Construction Design Director Evan Mizue. It was a real treat to speak with such great individuals. They give us a little more insight on what they do and perfect opportunities for NAVFAC PACIFIC. More information containing position opportunities will be below. This is an episode you don't want to miss! NAVFAC Pacific provides engineering and acquisition expertise in the Pacific Area of Operations. We are approximately 500 civilians strong in a wide-range of professions ranging from scientific & engineering, professional & management, and clerical positions. If you would like the opportunity to travel and/or work in Hawaii, Japan, Guam, Thailand, Australia, or Philippines, NAVFAC Pacific is the place for you. We are currently looking for Architects, Civil Engineers, Structural Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, and Fire Protection Engineers, with particular interest in Construction Engineers. Submit your resume to nfpac_ci_resumes@navy.mil today! Careers: https://www.navfac.navy.mil/jobs.html Benefits: https://www.navfac.navy.mil/jobs/benefits_training.html

    Jimmy Smith - Crane & Rigging

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2021 20:08


    Coming at you from Naval Base San Diego, afloat on a live crane. I spoke with the best and the brightest, Jimmy Smith. Coming from 28 years serving as a Naval Officer into his position now at NAVFAC SW, we dive deep into how this individual leads a team and supports the war fighter. Take a listen at this amazing individual!

    Rob Lovich - Environmental

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2021 31:38


    It's been awhile, but so glad to be back for another episode of the SWEEP. I had an interesting talk with the EV department here at NAVFAC SW! According to Rob, some of the best experiences are on military installations. He walks us through how he landed his position and his terrestrial biology experiences throughout the SW region. Let Rob take you on an experience on how his department truly helps keep the mission going!

    Felix Garcia & Brennen Steele - Central Work Center-Safety Coronado

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2021 28:13


    We're back with another episode hailing from Naval Base Coronado in San Diego, CA. I spoke with Felix and Brennan of the Central Work Center/Safety department and hear these guys speak on how they got to their positions starting from the bottom all the way to their current supervisory position. Take a listen to these amazing individuals!

    Commercial Child Care RFP - SWEEP Highlights

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2021 16:20


    In our first segment podcast episode for the SWEEP HIGHLIGHTS, I spoke to NAVFAC SW Real Estate Business Line team members, Tanya Spenst, Jasmine Moore and Erin Grandgirard, about their exciting lease initiative in support of Commander, Navy Region Southwest Child and Youth Programs. The team recently released a RFP seeking offers from private industry to lease commercial childcare space/facilities in the greater San Diego County region. The potential leased space(s) will be utilized as Navy operated childcare center(s) that will offer military families much needed childcare space in the region. NAVFAC SW Real Estate Business Line is responsible for the acquisition, management and disposal of the Navy's real estate interests to meet mission requirements. The Real Estate Business Line does this through a variety of innovative and rewarding programs introduced during this episode.

    Renae Kvendru - Chief of the Contracting Office

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2020 29:02


    On our last episode for 2020, we spoke to Renae Kvendru, Chief of the Contracting Office and one of the senior leaders here at NAVFAC SW. She gives helpful tips on what her department looks for in contract specialists and lets us know how she stumble into this department to become what she is today. Take a listen!

    Kat Ross - Director of Command Services

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2020 32:36


    In this episode, we talk to the one and only Kat Ross. She is a hardworking individual and serves as the Director of Command Services for NAVFAC SW. She is the one you will always see especially when you first start at our agency! Listen to what valuable tips she has to say for new employees and all the wonderful things NAVFAC SW has to offer.

    Melinda Hudlin - Public Private Venture

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 35:44


    Ever wonder what Public Private Venture does at NAVFACSW? Listen to Melinda and find out what it takes to be in this department. The answers might surprise you!

    Rodney Garringer - Safety

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 34:54


    Let Rodney take you on a journey of what safety should mean to you. He talks about his time here at NAVFAC SW and how his presentations helped shape our command to be a robust safety power house. Take a listen to this incredible individual!

    Nikko Ortanez - LER Specialist

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 19:02


    Ever wonder what a Labor Employee Relations Specialist handles within a command? I speak with Nikko Ortanez, who is part of the Human Resources department - Labor Employee Relations area of NAVFAC SW. He speaks on his upbringing and how he got to where he is today. Take a listen at what this amazing individual accomplished and his future goals.

    Engineers Earl Estrella & Jennifer Llamas - China Lake Efforts

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2020 39:58


    July 4, 2019 a devastating earthquake hit the city of Ridgecrest, California with after shocks a couple days later. Take a listen to the duo that facilitated a quick and efficient response at one of our notable military bases - Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake. Be inspired and listen to the work that turned devastation to restoration. #navfacsw #engineers #designers #architects

    Bobby Amato - Transportation MPO

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 34:56


    In this episode we spoke with Bobby Amato of Naval Base San Diego on how his drive and determination brought him to his current position. He discusses that no matter the struggle if you are determined to reach your goals they can be achieved. A great listen from an outstanding individual!

    Mike Oestereicher CO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2020 34:43


    We have NAVFAC SW Command Officer, Mike Oestereicher, talk about his experiences with the command and all the different installations across our region. Listen to encouraging words from our CO and see why it is a great place to work!

    Vernon Hunt FM&S Director vice FMFS

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2020 33:51


    Get to know the NAVFAC SW Public Works business line like no other with Vernon Hunt as the special guest. Hear him give tips on how to get a job with Public Works!

    Kathy Stewart - Business Director

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2020 27:16


    Find out about how Kathy became the leader she is today and all the interesting stories that led her to be the BD of NAVFAC SW!

    Kathy V. Lewis - Office of Counsel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 28:58


    In this episode, I speak with Kathy V. Lewis a Paralegal Specialist for NAVFAC SW Office of Counsel. She's been with the command for over 20+ years and has seen many changes and growth. Let's see what she has to say!

    Human Resources Office

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 36:18


    I am speaking with Elise Magsarili, Human Resources Director, and Geraldine Trilles, Staffing & Classification Branch Head, about what it takes to become a Federal Employee. They give us some insightful tips to get into the Federal system. For more information, please visit https://www.navfac.navy.mil/swcareers

    Captain Jeff Powell

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 35:53


    In our first episode, I spoke to CAPT Jeff Powell, Executive Officer for NAVFAC SW and Elise Magsarili, Human Resources Director. They discuss the command as a whole with some insightful information.

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